CVE-2025-43422
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Publication date: 2025-11-04

Last updated on: 2025-12-01

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
The issue was addressed by adding additional logic. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1. An attacker with physical access to a device may be able to disable Stolen Device Protection.
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Published
2025-11-04
Last Modified
2025-12-01
Generated
2026-06-16
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2025-11-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2025-43422
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Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
apple ipados to 26.1 (exc)
apple iphone_os to 26.1 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-288 The product requires authentication, but the product has an alternate path or channel that does not require authentication.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability allows an attacker with physical access to an iOS or iPadOS device to potentially disable the Stolen Device Protection feature. The issue was addressed by adding additional logic and fixed in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with physical access to disable the Stolen Device Protection on the device, potentially making it easier to misuse or steal the device without triggering security protections.

Mitigation Strategies

Update your device to iOS 26.1 or iPadOS 26.1 or later, as the issue is fixed in these versions.

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